Episode #11, Steve Reynolds, President and CEO, Independent Colleges and Universities of New Jersey

In this episode of Work Trends RU, host Dr. Carl Van Horn speaks with Steve Reynolds, president and CEO of Independent Colleges and Universities of New Jersey, about the biggest challenges facing independent colleges today, including the changing perception of the value of a four-year degree, student mental health, and how colleges are preparing students for an AI-driven workforce. Mr. Reynolds also discusses how institutions are responding to demographic changes, financial pressures, and the need to better connect education to career outcomes.

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Independent Colleges and Universities of New Jersey

New Jersey Higher Education Mental Health Summit 2026

Second Annual New Jersey Higher Education Mental Health Summit Offers New Concepts and Resources for Campus Staff